Time travel, quick transmigration

"Why are you looking at me like that?"

Shi Yan was somewhat moved by the various emotions in Xiao Huanling's eyes. After all, they were just strangers who had no relation to each other, yet Xiao Huanling could show a similar expression of distress and pity for her situation.

Although there was nothing about her that deserved pity.

"They're planning to just let me keep it like this..."

Xiao Huanling concealed the emotions in his eyes, and with a slightly bitter expression, took the pill from Shi Yan's hand, put it in his mouth, and swallowed it.

"Xiaodie, bring me a glass of water."

Shi Yan gave Xiao Die an instruction.

Xiao Die quickly went to the wooden table not far away, poured a glass of water, and brought it to Xiao Huanling.

Xiao Huanling reached out, took the drink, and downed it in one gulp.

"Aren't you afraid the pills I gave you are poison? You took them so readily."

Shi Yan took the empty cup from Xiao Huanling's hand and handed it to Xiao Die, then looked with a smile at someone who was much quieter and more obedient than when they first met.

Upon hearing this, Xiao Huanling was stunned for a moment. When she met Shi Yan's smiling eyes, she stammered, "Don't be afraid, I know you won't hurt me."

Shi Yan couldn't quite understand where Xiao Huanling got his confidence from, given how certain he sounded.

"You talk as if you know me very well."

"I'm not a good person. If anyone offends me, I'll get my revenge."

Xiao Huanling raised her eyes and looked at Shi Yan with a focused and serious gaze, pretending to be fierce.

"I won't offend you, so I'm not worried about you retaliating against me."

"Thank you for saving me this time. I, Xiao Huanling, don't like to owe anyone favors. Since you have been kind to me, I will never refuse to do anything you need in the future, as long as I can do it."

Having solemnly made a promise and secretly vowed to protect Shi Yan for the rest of his life, Xiao Huanling murmured again, her voice muffled. "Aren't you the Princess Consort of Prince Shou? Why do you want to become a nun and enter a Taoist temple to cultivate? Is it because Prince Shou treats you badly?"

Seeing Xiao Huanling's cautious and awkward demeanor, with an expression of regret and self-reproach after unsure if she had brought up her painful memories, Shi Yan felt a pang of tenderness and smiled at him without much concern.

"Young man, do not be curious about my affairs. As for why I became a monk, it was not my own choice. In this world, sometimes people's fate is not in their own hands. Knowing more will not do you any good."

"You must be feeling unwell. Now that you're awake, you should be alright. You've just taken your medicine, so please lie down on the bed and rest."

"Xiaodie and I will leave first, so as not to disturb you. Remember to crush the pills, mix them with water, and apply them to the wound."

Shi Yan stood up as she spoke.

Xiaodie placed the cotton cloth from the shelf into the copper basin, then picked it up and stood behind Shi Yan.

Xiao Huanling was somewhat disheartened by Shi Yan's attitude.

"She wouldn't tell me directly because she doesn't trust me, and we've only met twice. I'm covered in injuries, so I don't really have the presence to convince anyone."

Although he was reluctant to let Shi Yan leave his sight so soon, he didn't want to trouble her any further. Taking care of him, an injured person, must have taken a lot of effort.

After consoling himself, Xiao Huanling realized that he still couldn't bear to part with Shi Yan. Therefore, his clear, unusually bright eyes, which faintly shone with a deep blue light, stared intently at Shi Yan with a touch of lingering resentment and infatuation.

When Shi Yan met Xiao Huanling's eyes, she had the illusion that she had done something unfaithful to him.

"I'll come see you in a bit."

As if he had received a guarantee, Xiao Huanling's dim eyes regained some brightness, and his eyebrows seemed to have taken on a more spirited curve.

"Ah."

He responded.

Shi Yan smiled gently upon seeing this, and then left with Xiao Die.

Once Xiao Huanling was alone in the room, his once spirited eyebrows fell silent, and a seriousness appeared in his eyes that seemed out of place for his age. He fell into deep thought, which made his entire demeanor more aloof and sharp.

Although Shi Yan's previous words revealed little, he could tell that she had been forced into becoming a nun. Thinking of Shi Yan's self-deprecating tone, Xiao Huanling felt a surge of anger towards Prince Shou, Li Heng. Trapped in a dream, unable to escape, teetering on the edge of life and death, he vaguely heard a gentle voice. It was that voice, which never faded, that gave him strength and allowed him to experience precious warmth. When he opened his eyes, he saw Shi Yan standing beside him, giving him a gentle smile. At that moment, he knew he shouldn't cling to her, shouldn't possess all her tenderness and care.

"Don't worry, no matter who forces you, hurts you, or hinders you, I will make them pay the price."

Having secretly made a vow, Xiao Huanling glanced at the somewhat lonely porcelain vase on the table, showing no intention of using it.

"That's it. My injuries healed too quickly, so I have no reason to stay by her side any longer. Now that I know how I feel, I should cherish the opportunity to be with her."

Xiao Huanling slowly closed his eyes, feeling happy to be able to spend more time with Shi Yan, as if the pain from his wounds had lessened.

"Madam, this is Physician Chen from Ninghe Hall."

Zhang He led the elderly doctor Chen Kui, who was carrying a medicine box, into Huanqing Residence. Upon seeing Shi Yan, he stepped forward to introduce her.

Shi Yan got up from the stool in the living room, greeted Chen Kui politely with a smile, and then invited him to treat Xiao Huanling without delay.

Chen Kui was quite old, but he was in good spirits, and his eyes were bright and piercing. When he first met Shi Yan, he was only slightly surprised, wondering why someone as beautiful and graceful as her was in the Dongling Temple. But having experienced many trials and tribulations, he quickly regained his composure and followed Shi Yan into the room where Xiao Huanling was without looking to the side.

As Shi Yan led Chen Kui and the others into the house, Xiao Huanling, who had been a light sleeper, woke up upon hearing the noise.

Seeing that he was awake, Shi Yan smiled at her.

"This is Physician Chen, whom Uncle Zhang invited to treat your injuries."

Xiao Huanling glanced in Chen Kui's direction, then nodded slightly in greeting.

Chen Kui smiled slightly, walked to the bedside, put down the medicine box he had brought, and sat down on the bed.

He first observed Xiao Huanling's complexion, then gestured for him to expose his wrist so he could take his pulse.

Xiao Huanling did as she was told and extended her left hand.

Chen Kui focused on taking her pulse for a while and found that although her pulse was irregular, it was not a big problem. He then withdrew his hand and looked up at Shi Yan, who had a concerned expression on her face.

"This young master's injuries are not serious, but his internal organs are slightly damaged and he is a little short of qi and blood. He needs to rest and recuperate for a few days. I happen to have some medicinal herbs for treating internal organs with me. I will write down the method of decoction and administration. You can decoct them twice a day and have him take them."

"Young master, your diet should be light and nourishing these days. Avoid spicy and stimulating foods and take good care of yourself."

"Alright, I've seen the person. I'll go write down the prescription. Little girl, come with me."

Chen Kui pointed at Xiao Die.

Shi Yan nodded to Xiao Die.

Xiao Die then followed Chen Kui to the side to serve him with his writing materials.